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Party Animals--Kids of all ages are invited to the 10th Annual Children’s Discovery Faire at Oak Canyon Nature Center in Anaheim from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today.

The free event will give children an opportunity to touch a snake and learn about other animals indigenous to Orange County. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions and inquire about different species. Naturalists familiar with the county and its animals will lead activities and encourage youngsters to explore the world around them.

Children also will be introduced to different kinds of music. Activities include learning cultures through their music and dance. The theatre arts will be explored with live productions and puppet theater. In all cases, youngsters are invited to participate.

Several exhibitors will also be actively keeping youngsters occupied: A petting zoo will be set up by Critters To Go Petting, the Orange County Fair will have farm animals, science projects and experiments will be displayed by the Discovery Science Museum, and the Music Maker Performers will be on hand to perform and lead children in songs.

Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day. The center is at 6700 Walnut Canyon Road in Anaheim. Information: (714) 998-8380.

Whereabouts: Take the Riverside Freeway east to the Imperial Highway turnoff. Exit and head south to Nohl Ranch Road. Turn left and travel about three miles to Walnut Canyon Road, and turn left again. Pass the Anaheim Hills Golf Course; the nature center is at the end of the road, parking is on the left. Shuttle service will be available from the Anaheim Hills Golf Course.